Add 8/9 and 3/20
8/9 + 3/20 is 187/180.
Steps for adding fractions
- Find the least common denominator or LCM of the two denominators:
LCM of 9 and 20 is 180
Next, find the equivalent fraction of both fractional numbers with denominator 180 - For the 1st fraction, since 9 × 20 = 180,
8/9 = 8 × 20/9 × 20 = 160/180 - Likewise, for the 2nd fraction, since 20 × 9 = 180,
3/20 = 3 × 9/20 × 9 = 27/180 - Add the two like fractions:
160/180 + 27/180 = 160 + 27/180 = 187/180 - So, 8/9 + 3/20 = 187/180
In mixed form: 17/180
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